1. True or false? The lower the device is in the OSI model, the more intelligent it is.
- true
- false
Explanation: The correct answer is false. The higher the device is in the OSI model, the more intelligent it is. A higher level device can better analyze data traffic and forward it based on information not available at lower layers.
2. True or false? Switches typically provide LAN connectivity and routers interconnect local networks.
- true
- false
Explanation: The correct answer is true. A switch is used to connect devices on the same network. A router is used to connect multiple networks to each other.
3. Which switch selection factor are you typically considering when deciding that you want the switch to be configurable?
- type of ports
- speed required
- expandability
- manageability
Explanation: Manageability is dependent on selecting a switch that can be configured.
4. Which switch selection factor are you typically considering when deciding on the type of uplink ports?
- type of ports
- speed required
- expandability
- manageability
Explanation: Speed required for the switch will include a determination of the speed of the uplink ports.
5. Which switch selection factor are you typically considering when deciding on interfaces that support twisted-pair connections?
- type of ports
- speed required
- expandability
- manageability
Explanation: The type of port used for LAN wired access will typically be twisted-pair Ethernet. You would also consider the number of ports needed.
6. Which switch selection factor are you typically considering when deciding between modular or fixed configurations?
- type of ports
- speed required
- expandability
- manageability
Explanation: Expandability is dependent on a number of other factors including the modularity of the switch.
7. A console cable is also referred to by what other name?
- Ethernet cable
- crossover cable
- rollover cable
- straight-through cable
Explanation: As discussed in the video, console cable is also called a rollover cable.
8. When first connecting to a switch to configure it for the first time, you should answer “no” to the initial dialog question. After answering “no”, what is the prompt?
- Switch#
- Switch>
- Switch(config)#
- Switch(config-if)#
Explanation: As shown in the video, the command prompt after answering “no” to the initial dialog question is Switch>.
9. Which two ports are typically used for device management? (Choose two.)
- console port
- storage port
- uplink port
- LAN access port
- power port
Explanation: Device management typically uses the console port and the storage port.